Thuraya XT-PRO satellite phone

Thuraya Telecommunications Company has launched what it claims is the industry’s most advanced satellite phone, the Thuraya XT-PRO. Targeted at professional users across a range of market sectors including government, energy, media and NGOs, the Thuraya XT-PRO features built-in GPS, BeiDou and Glonass for highest accuracy and added security in every region.

The Thuraya XT-PRO has a talk time of up to 9 h and is jet-water, dust and shock resistant, ensuring it withstands the harshest environments. Its hardened glass display is the largest available on a satellite phone and the screen is designed for glare resistance, which allows for optimal visibility in bright sunlight. In case of emergency, the Thuraya XT-PRO also has a dedicated SOS button with advanced navigation and tracking features for added safety.

The Thuraya XT-PRO offers coverage in areas that are not served or are underserved by terrestrial networks. The device also works as a security backup when natural or man-made disasters disrupt terrestrial communications. The XT-PRO can be used across the Thuraya network covering two-thirds of the globe, including more than 160 countries. The ability to use the phone either with a Thuraya prepaid or postpaid SIM card, or a SIM card from any of Thuraya’s worldwide GSM roaming partners, gives flexibility for users to choose the best option based on their needs.